Five Great Finds: Joshua Shimkus

Men don’t approach shopping the way women do. OK, maybe not all men. But, here’s the stereotype: A guy goes to the mall with a single purchasing purpose. Browsing or window shopping are about as fun for him as listening to women discuss varicose veins or cellulite.

Then there are the shoes. Unless we’re talking about young men and their sneakers, footwear is not an accessory for most guys but a means to protect the soles of their feet — and to keep their pants from dragging on the ground. (It’s also something that’s required, like a shirt, if they want to buy a six-pack at Hannaford). But, like we said, that’s just a stereotype.

Enter Joshua Shimkus, 20, from Schenectady. He doesn’t mind shopping, and he has his own fashion. He’s our next Five Great Finds feature subject.

Here’s a look inside his closet.

‘Joseph J. Shimkus’ silicon bracelet
Where he scored it: http://www.wristbandswithamessage.com
What he paid: $31.50 (10 bracelets)
Why he loves it: Shimkus had these made for family members after his grandfather’s death. Shimkus calls his grandfather “the biggest father figure” in his life and says the bracelets are a way to keep Grandpa around. He never takes his off.

Ecko button-up
Where he scored it: Marshall’s
What he paid: $20
Why he loves it: There’s nothing like outside compliments to affirm a man’s (or woman’s) shopping choice. The first time Shimkus wore this piece, he got a bunch of compliments throughout the day, both at work and afterward. “The design, along with the relaxed fit, made me instantly like the shirt,” he said.

NY Giants fleece hoodie
Where he scored it: http://www.NFLShop.com
What he paid: Nothing; it was a Christmas gift from his mom. (The retail price is $70.)
Why he loves it: Like the Ecko shirt, this one gets major points for comfort, Shimkus says. Plus, he’s a fan of the Giants’ “old-school” logo, which is on the back of the jacket.

Wu-Tang ‘Enter the 36 Chambers’ T-shirt
Where he scored it: http://www.MooseShirts.com
What he paid: $25
Why he loves it: Shimkus is a fan of old-school hip-hop, and Wu-Tang is one of his favorite groups.
“Not only does it represent my taste of music, but it’s a great conversation piece,” says Shimkus, who recently had a stranger start debating bands and performers with him when they were in an elevator.

Jordan Retro VIII sneakers
Where he scored them: http://www.sneakerhead.com
What he paid: $165
Why he loves them: These sneakers make Shimkus’s look “unique,” he says. The comfort factor, and the fact that he’s never seen anyone else in the region wearing them, make them extra special. Oh, and the colors are those of one of his favorite basketball teams, Syracuse University, which adds to the appeal.

Hmm, its great to see that those wristbands serve so good since i had similar case when my friend past away and i keep his wristband as a loving memory on great moments spent with him, you rock Joshua! :)